Christmas Cruise: Sydney to New Zealand return (20 Dec 2025)
Leave the holiday hustle behind and embark on a 14-night New Zealand cruise aboard the stunning Discovery Princess. Explore unforgettable destinations like Bay of Islands, Auckland, Fiordland National Park, Dunedin, Wellington, and more – all while enjoying the luxury and comfort of a world-class cruise experience. With fine dining, spectacular entertainment, and attentive service, everything is taken care of so you can relax from the moment you board.
No shopping, no cooking, no cleaning – just pure holiday bliss. Celebrate Christmas and New Year at sea, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the warm hospitality Princess Cruises is known for. Whether you’re exploring ashore or lounging onboard, this festive escape lets you enjoy the season your way – without the chaos.
Destinations
Sydney ► Bay of Islands ► Auckland ► Tauranga ► Picton ► Dunedin (Port Chalmers) ► Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising) ► Sydney
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Sydney, Australia
- Day 2 – At Sea
- Day 3 – At Sea
- Day 4 – At Sea
- Day 5 – Bay of Islands, New Zealand
- Day 6 – Auckland, New Zealand
- Day 7 – Tauranga, New Zealand
- Day 8 – At Sea
- Day 9 – Picton, New Zealand
- Day 10 – At Sea
- Day 11 – Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
- Day 12 – Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising)
- Day 13 – At Sea
- Day 14 – At Sea
- Day 15 – Sydney, Australia
Please note: cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change at any time by the cruise company.
Highlights
- Celebrate Christmas and New Year in unique style!
- Includes spectacular scenic cruising in Fiordland National Park
Leave the holiday hustle behind and embark on a 14-night New Zealand cruise aboard the stunning Discovery Princess. Explore unforgettable destinations like Bay of Islands, Auckland, Fiordland National Park, Dunedin, Wellington, and more – all while enjoying the luxury and comfort of a world-class cruise experience. With fine dining, spectacular entertainment, and attentive service, everything is taken care of so you can relax from the moment you board.
No shopping, no cooking, no cleaning – just pure holiday bliss. Celebrate Christmas and New Year at sea, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the warm hospitality Princess Cruises is known for. Whether you’re exploring ashore or lounging onboard, this festive escape lets you enjoy the season your way – without the chaos.
Destinations
Sydney ► Bay of Islands ► Auckland ► Tauranga ► Picton ► Dunedin (Port Chalmers) ► Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising) ► Sydney
Inclusions
- All meals and snacks including a-la-carte restaurant-style dining rooms, Horizon Court/World Fresh Marketplace Buffet, Pizzeria, poolside bites at Salty Dog Grill, and complimentary soft-serve ice cream at Coffee & Cones.
- Room Service
- Pools, heated spas, fitness centre
- Broadway-style nightly entertainment & comedy shows
- On-Demand Stateroom TV Entertainment
- MedallionClass® Experience
Exclusions
- Travel insurance
- Airfares
- Shore excursions
- Specialty restaurants onboard